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Movement Coaching for Injury Prevention, Functional Fitness and Performance

What is a Movement Coach and How Can They Help You?

Living in Chirk, Wrexham, I bring an advanced movement approach to personal training. My passion is helping people improve their functional movement. But what exactly does a movement coach do? And how is it different from traditional personal training or physical therapy?

Assessing and Improving Functional Movement as a Personal Trainer

As a personal trainer, movement coaching focuses on assessing and improving clients' functional movement patterns using systems like the Functional Movement Screen (FMS). The goal is to identify mobility, stability, or strength limitations and correct inefficient movement patterns. This enables clients to exercise safely and achieve holistic results.

While all exercise involves movement, many fitness programs overlook movement quality. I help clients develop proper movement foundations first before building strength and fitness.

Addressing the Impact of Modern Lifestyles

From an early age, we adapt movements to our environment. Sitting for long periods from school through adulthood contributes to mobility restrictions and postural dysfunctions. This manifests in back, neck, shoulder and hip pain. 

Don't just take my word for it, this NHS article advocates less sitting too - Why Too Much Sitting Is Bad For Us

My personalised training programs aim to reverse these limitations. Exercises target areas like the hips, thoracic spine, shoulders, and ankles to improve range of motion. Clients regain mobility in positions like the squat that are important for everyday function.

Complementary to Physiotherapy and Sports Rehabilitation

As a personal trainer, my movement coaching works well alongside physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and sports rehabilitation. It enhances recovery by improving faulty movement patterns, not just treating localized injuries.

FAQ

How is movement coaching different from regular personal training? Many personal trainers focus just on exercise and muscle strength. My approach evaluates movement quality during exercise and daily life. The goal is long-term physical resilience.

What results can I help clients achieve? Most clients experience reduced pain, increased range of motion, enhanced balance and body control, improved exercise technique, and reduced injury risk with regular training.

What services do you offer as a personal trainer? In addition to movement coaching, I offer customized fitness training, nutritional counselling, lifestyle coaching, accountability and motivation.

Start Your Movement Journey Today

If you're looking for an advanced personal trainer focused on improving mobility, stability, and movement quality in Chirk, Wrexham, call me today on 07973 407606 to book your consultation. I look forward to helping you move and feel better!